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    Peter McGrath

    Peter McGrath

    5.021 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Buffalo)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Landlord & Tenant, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I am the Principal Attorney at the McGrath Law Firm, PLLC, located in Buffalo, New York. My firm prides its self on a four pillar approach and a fresh perspective on legal representation (review the firm's website to unserstand what this means). T...
    Rating:  10
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    Lorenzo Napolitano

    Lorenzo Napolitano

    4.959 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Rochester)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Honest counsel and effective representation are the cornerstones of any legal practice. Over the years I have learned that, above all else, clients are seeking an honest lawyer who can provide them with skilled, effective representation. I am not ...
    Rating:  10
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    Robert Steven Gershon

    Robert Steven Gershon

    4.79 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Brooklyn)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: I am solo practitioner with offices in downtown Brooklyn, New York. The main areas of practice are criminal defense, matrimonial law and family law. I have been a member of the Bar in New York since 1992. I am also admitted to practice in the Unit...
    Rating:  10
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    Adam Sean Dreksler

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    Adam Sean Dreksler

    5.010 reviews
    Weitz & Luxenberg
    700 Broadway, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Mesothelioma & Asbestos, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "My husband was diagnosed with terminal mesothelioma and Weitz and Luxenberg was recommended to us. Adam Dreksler came to our home to meet with us and he explained why we should persue this matter with him representing Weitz and Luxenberg. He caref..."
    Rating:  10
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    Andrew J. Proto

    Andrew J. Proto

    4.768 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Cortlandt Manor)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family
    Bio: As a former Assistant District Attorney in Westchester County, Andrew gained valuable experience while handling countless felony and misdemeanor cases. While an Assistant District Attorney he prosecuted a variety of criminal cases including murder...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Steven Todd Goldstein

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    Steven Todd Goldstein

    4.611 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Mountainside)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Review: "Un exelente abogado , súper profesional y un gran ser humano que en momentos super difíciles tubo las palabras correctas para sentirnos protegida y respaldados mi esposo y yo. Y en el momento de hacer su trabajo fue magistral para un veredicto en ..."
    Rating:  9.6
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    Robert Tsigler

    Robert Tsigler

    5.045 reviews
    Law Offices of Robert Tsigler, PLLC
    299 Broadway, Suite 1400, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Immigration and more
    Bio: A lifelong resident of New York, Robert Tsigler, Esq. is committed to providing his clients with the aggressive legal representation they deserve. As an experienced New York criminal defense and immigration lawyer, Mr. Tsigler has skillfully handl...
    Rating:  10
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    Michael Spano

    Michael Spano

    4.928 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Syracuse)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Michael is the only board certified criminal trial lawyer in New York State.Each lawyer certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy must undergo an extensive and rigorous screening of his or her credentials. The screening process consists of...
    Rating:  10
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    Wilson A. LaFaurie

    Wilson A. LaFaurie

    4.930 reviews
    Criminal Law Wilson A. LaFaurie
    118-21 Queens Blvd Suite 606, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Review: "My life, world and freedom was turned upside down! I had no clue as to what was going on or what was happening to me, as a result of a serious crime I was charged with. This Lawyer Mr. Lafaurie, sat me down and explained to clearly, what was going..."
    Rating:  9.5
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    Carla Marie Sanderson

    Carla Marie Sanderson

    5.015 reviews
    Carla Sanderson Law
    260 Madison Avenue, Floor 22, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, General Practice
    Bio: Carla Sanderson is an outspoken advocate for her clients, many of whom are experiencing the most difficult times in their lives. Carla’s litigation experience includes jury trials in the Southern and Eastern District of New York, New York Supreme ...
    Rating:  10
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    Stephanie McClure

    Stephanie McClure

    5.019 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Jersey City)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Business and more
    Bio: Excellece. Integrity. Results. Due to overwhelming scams and spam, Messages sent through this website are no longer managed as of 2025. Information and Required Legal Disclaimers. These pages are not regularly maintained or updated and are likely ...
    Rating:  10
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    John Ingrassia

    John Ingrassia

    5.09 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Kingston)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Attorney John Ingrassia, a partner at Larkin Ingrassia Criminal Defense Attorneys, has been a steadfast advocate for clients in Middletown, NY, for decades. With an exclusive focus on criminal defense, he has become a trusted name in the local leg...
    Rating:  10
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    Edward R. Palermo

    Edward R. Palermo

    4.832 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Hauppauge)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: I am a highly experienced criminal defense and DWI attorney. I have been practicing for over 30 years am a member of the Suffolk County Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and was named to the National Trial Lawyers T...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Margaret Wai Wong

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    Margaret Wai Wong

    4.3128 reviews
    Margaret W. Wong & Associates LLC
    139 Centre St, PH 102, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum and more
    Tending to all your immigration needs.
    Rating:  10
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    Eli M. Moore

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    Eli M. Moore

    4.9129 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Scarsdale)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI
    Former Bronx prosecutor. Handling criminal cases throughout Westchester. Call For A Free Consult
    Rating:  8.4
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    Julio E Portilla

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    Julio E Portilla

    5.06 reviews
    The Law Office of Julio E. Portilla P.C.
    380 Lexington Avenue, Suite 446, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: As the driving force behind the Law Office of Julio E. Portilla, P.C., Julio E. Portilla, Esq. combines extensive legal knowledge with a personal commitment to client advocacy. His full-service law firm emphasizes bankruptcy, personal injury, fami...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Donald Edward Kelly

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    Donald Edward Kelly

    4.95 reviews
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    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Syracuse)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Drug Crime, Violent Crime and more
    We are experienced and aggressive attorneys who can fight for you from the very first step! Whether you have been charged or simply the subject of an investigation it is essential that you secure a quality and exhaustive defense. Call Kelly Law Ce...
    Rating:  10
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    Randall Francis Inniss

    Randall Francis Inniss

    5.051 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Middletown)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: Why Hire a Former 22 Year State Trooper as Your DWI or Criminal Defense Attorney? Added insight, perspective and experience! When facing a DWI/DUI or other misdemeanor or felony charge, hire the rare attorney with insight from over 22 years of sta...
    Rating:  9.1
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    John P. Buza

    John P. Buza

    5.013 reviews
    Law Office of John Buza, P.C.
    233 Broadway 9th Floor, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: John P. Buza is a Manhattan criminal defense attorney and founder of the Law Office of John Buza, PC. Mr. Buza was a prosecutor for New York for many years, where he handled a wide variety of misdemeanor and felony cases. His insight into the pros...
    Rating:  10
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    Benjamin L. Simpson

    Benjamin L. Simpson

    5.016 reviews
    Cohen Forman Barone, LLP
    950 Third Avenue, 11th Floor, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Justice is about the relentless pursuit of fairness. It cannot ever be acheived but must be constantly fought for. I bring the fight to the government for my clients. This is a ceaseless pursuit and one I never tire from.
    Rating:  10
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